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What if Dentistry Was Disorganized?

This editorial from 1931, written at the front end of the Great Depression, gives us much to contemplate.1 After all, as members of the dental profession, we continue to have a public to serve emerging from the Covid-19 Pandemic. We are entrusted by society with the right to self-regulate.

Pain, Pills and New Perceptions

The beauty of dentistry and medicine, in general, is the ever-present evolution and growth of evidence-based practices guided by novel understanding. The advancement of knowledge allows our “practice” of the healing arts, to be refined continuously to better serve our patients and customize treatment modalities for maximized efficacy in rendering patient care.

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Brain: Exploring the Connection Between Periodontitis and Neurodegenerative Disease

Often, public perception in dentistry is that of concern for cavities, broken teeth, and missing teeth. In light of what our patients can see or perceive, there is a silent menace that goes undetected and, in many cases, is overlooked or under-emphasized.

Prioritizing Mental Health: Resources Available for TDA Members

Texas Dental Association Announces Lee Ann Johnson, CAE, as Executive Director

April is Stress Awareness Month

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

Stay Connected with TDA Today – March Issue Now Online!

Urgent Alert: Suspicious and Harmful Mail Targeting Houston-Area Dental Offices

World Oral Health Day

Scam Alert: Dentists Targeted by Impersonation Calls

Celebrating National Dentists’ Day

Stay Connected with TDA Today – February Issue Now Online!

Scholarship Opportunity: Academy for Advancing Leadership in Teaching & Learning

February - Children’s Dental Health Month

Register Now for the TDA Meeting — Free for Members Through February 18

Real Advocacy. Real Results.

Stay Connected with TDA Today – January Issue Now Online!

Important Update: New Federal HIPAA Privacy Rules Affect Dental Practices

Call for Nominations - Texas Dental Association Smiles Foundation Board of Trustees (2026)

By the Numbers — Counting Down 2025

Important Update – TDA Central Office

Stay Connected with TDA Today – October Issue Now Online!

MEMBER ALERT: Phishing Scam Targeting ADA/TDA Membership Renewals

TSBDE to Implement New SID Requirement for 2026 License Renewals

Stay Connected with TDA Today – September Issue Now Online!

Big Changes to Dentist Non-Competes: What You Need to Know About SB 1318

Online Addendum - 89th Report Card

2025 Legislative Report Card

Stay Connected with TDA Today – August Issue Now Online!

Stay Connected with TDA Today – July Issue Now Online!

TDA Stands in Solidarity with Texas Hill Country Flood Victims

Stay Connected with TDA Today – June Issue Now Online!

ADA Announces the Sunset of SmileCon After 2025

Your CE Just Got a Seasonal Glow-Up

TDA Advocacy in Action: 89th Texas Legislative Session Highlights

Get Ready to Get Licensed: TDA's Licensing Expo is Just Around the Corner!

Stay Connected with TDA Today – May Issue Now Online!

CDT 2025 Code Updates: What You Need to Know

Stay Connected with TDA Today – April Issue Now Online!

ADA Files Amicus Brief at SCOTUS

Cybersecurity Threat to Dental Practices

Dental Board Adopts Hygienist Local Anesthetic Rule

2025 TDA Budget

UT Faculty Fair

CLARIFICATION: Office of Inspector General: Common Errors in Sedation and Anesthesia Administration: February 2024 TDA Today

Dr. Alex Mellion Dental Dilemmas Episode

Dr. Alex Mellion Dental Dilemmas Episode

Information for Dentists: Change Healthcare’s Cyberattack

Dentists: Follow Texas X-Ray Regulations Despite ADA Updates

Women's History Month

June TSBDE Licensing Expo

Anesthesia Advisory Committee Meeting

Dentists: Follow Texas X-Ray Regulations Despite ADA Updates

Importance of Mental Health and Well-being

TDA Helps Members Understand TSBDE Continuing Education (CE) Requirements

Governor Appoints New Dental Board

TDA Meeting Registration & Housing Now Open

Dues Statements Coming Soon

Renew now to keep your exclusive member benefits!

UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry receives grant to help veterans with blood cancers receive dental care

TDA Meeting Registration & Housing Now Open

TDA Statement on Direct-to-Consumer Dentistry

TDA Statement on Direct-to-Consumer Dentistry

Texas Bans COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates: 7 Vital Points for Dentist Employers

REMINDER: Check Your Team Members’ Licenses and Registrations

Rule Development: Dental Hygienists Administering Local Infiltration Anesthesia

Texas Bans COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates: 7 Vital Points for Dentist Employers

Save the Date: 2024 TDA Meeting

2024 TDA Meeting: Education Options for the Entire Dental Team

Save the Date: 2024 TDA Meeting

Upcoming Live CE Courses: Last Chance to Meet Opioid Requirements in 2023

Dues Statements Coming Soon

Renew now to keep your exclusive member benefits!

Plan to meet your Opioid Requirements for 2024!

Rule Development: Dental Hygienists Administering Local Infiltration Anesthesia

$50K to help support Texas Tech dental school students!

UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry receives grant to help veterans with blood cancers receive dental care

Save the Date: TDA/TMHP/DMO Virtual Town Hall

Dallas reviews the practice of adding fluoride to its drinking water

CLARIFICATION: Texas Medical Disclosure Panel Informed Consent Sedation/Anesthesia

TDA’s Commitment: Improve access to dental services for Medicaid clients!

A&M School of Dentistry Honors Outstanding Alumni

HDAF Disaster Relief Fund - Now Open, Please Donate!

TDA Support & Solutions: Dental Hygiene Staffing Challenges

2023 Legislative Report Card

PERIODONTISTS: Upcoming ADA CE for Scaling and Root Planing Claims

Meet Both TSBDE Controlled Substance Requirements in One Course

Detailed explanations of TDA's priority bills that passed during the recent 88th Regular Legislative Session

Important! New DEA Training Requirement: MATE Act Compliance

TDA/TMHP Virtual Town Hall

TDA/TMHP Virtual Town Hall REMINDER

Sine Die 88th Regular Legislative Session

Legislature Meets: What is TDA doing for you?

Help Us to Help You! ERISA Exemption Information

The Root: TDA Continues Championing Dentists’ Legislative Interests

Dr. Cindy Cho – Allen Tragedy

Registration is Open for the 2023 TDA Meeting

The Root: TDA’s Insurance Bill Passes House, More

The Root: Clear Aligners, Insurance Reform, State Budget

Good News for Procrastinators: Deadline Extended

New: You Can Now Transfer CE Credits to the Dental Concierge App!

Register by Friday and Save

Donate to Texas Dental Association Smiles Foundation before March 2nd at 6:00 PM!

Clear Aligners, Insurance, Medicaid & More: The Root

Drive for Good: Sign up for the Healthy Smiles Golf Classic!

Register for TDA Meeting ASAP to get the best price

REMINDER: Check Your Team Members’ Licenses and Registrations

Smile throughout 2023 with strong intentions

Make a difference at the 2023 TDA Meeting!

Legislative Day - Deadline to Reserve Hotel Room Monday

When you speak, lawmakers listen

Registration Open: TDA Legislative Day

2022 General Election Summary

2022 in Review: a Great Year

Advocacy Alert and General Election Summary

You can pay your 2023 dues online—at once, or in installments

Massachusetts Ballot Initiative – President’s Address

Hurricane Ian Relief Update

Attn Non Members: Register now and get member rates!

Interested in Learning about Different Practice Models?

Join now, pay no dues this year

Resources for Recruiting Dental Team Members

Staffing Shortages for Hygiene Positions

Support the REDI Act

Check Your Team Members’ Licenses and Registrations

Healthy Smiles Golf Classic-May 6th, 2022

Important Reference Committee Update

Virtual Courses to Help You Meet CE Requirements

New Resource on tda.org

New CE Course: Appliance Therapy in Everyday Dentistry

Join us for an Important Discussion: Diversity in Dentistry

Drug Enforcement Agency Email: Expired State Dental Licenses

It's here! Introducing the TDA Dental Concierge app.

Updated CDC Isolation & Quarantine Guidelines for Dentists

ADA Technical Issues Update

Your career. Your community. Your chance to renew.

CDC Changes to Isolation and Quarantine Period

One More Chance to Meet CE Requirements

Dentists’ Advocacy Defeats Damaging Medicare Dental Proposal

Legislative Update: How Redistricting Affects TDA Advocacy

Alert: OSHA’s New COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard

Apply Now–Provider Relief Fund Phase 4

The Reality of Medicare Part B Dental & Why Every Dentist in Texas Should Care

Registration Open: Diversity in Dentistry - A Town Hall Discussion

Last Chance to Meet New Rx CE Requirements

Alert: Help Congress Create Medicare Dental that Works

COVID Vaccine Laws: What You Need to Know

Governor Abbott Authorizes Texas Dentists and Dental Students to Administer the COVID-19 Vaccine

Governor Abbott Issues New COVID-19 Order

CDC Guidance for Individuals Fully Vaccinated: No Change to Dental Board COVID-19 Emergency Rule

The TDA Meeting: The Show Must Go On

History Walk for Smiles

TDA Virtual Legislative Day Rescheduled: March 24th

TDA Virtual Legislative Day Make Up: Wednesday, March 24th

TDA Creates New CE Requirements Infographic for Members

Winter Storm Disaster Assistance is Available to Dentists

TDA Meeting registration is now open!

TSBDE COVID Emergency Rule Expires; New COVID-19 OSHA Standards

TDA SoundByte Podcast Episode: Taking a “Byte” out of the 87th Legislature

The Root Issue 57

Gloves in Stock for TDA Member Dentists

Register Now: TDA Virtual Legislative Day – February 17th

National Health Insurance Reform Passes After ADA Lobbying

TDA Member Call to Action – Legislative Priorities, COVID-19 Vaccine

PPP Loans; TDA Testifies; Workplace Vaccine Facts

Legislative Session Begins. Read More in The Root.

TDA Fights as the Govt. Struggles with Vaccine Distribution

TDA Meets with State Leaders to Discuss COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

TDA Meets with State Leaders to Discuss COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

TDA Continues Advocating for Dentists and Dental Teams to Get COVID-19 Vaccine

TDA Testifies at DSHS’ Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response Meeting

TDA Continues Advocating For Dentists as Texas Receives First Doses of Pfizer COVID Vaccine

CDC Updates COVID-19 Quarantine Guidelines

New HHS Executive Commissioner

TDA Advocates for Dentists and Dental Teams to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

CMS Report Concludes Texas Dentists Getting Care to Children During COVID-19

TDA Securing Wins for Texas Dentists at HHSC

UnitedHealth Group Acquires MCNA Dental

Legislative & Policy Updates: The Root

ADA: Dentistry is Safe, Essential, and Should Continue

ADA Releases COVID-19 Testing Toolkit: POC Testing Not Permitted for Texas Dentists

Oct. 1, 2020: DEA Registration Fee Increase

ADA and TDA Confirm: Dental Amalgam is Safe and Reliable

Fraud Alert & Awareness

WHO Statements about Dental Care

Welcome to the new TDA website!

TDA’s COVID-19 Advocacy

TDA Successfully Advocates to Favorably Amend TSBDE COVID-19 Emergency Rule

TDA Confirms El Paso Practices Can Remain Open; Resources Available

Survey finds Americans more likely to trust ADA than RFK Jr. on fluoride information

A survey found that Americans are more likely to trust the ADA about fluoride in drinking water than RFK Jr. Read More

Dear ADA: Downcoding

Downcoding occurs when a payer reimburses a claim using a procedure code different from the one reported by the dentist. Read More

Student loan changes ahead? ADA’s new guide can help 

The ADA is introducing a new Student Loan Resource Guide to help dental students understand changes to federal student aid programs. Read More

ADA 2026 Scientific Session highlights value of peer-to-peer connections

Through conversations with peers, dentists can exchange insights to take back to their own practices. Read More

ADA pilot program offers blueprint for increasing dentist participation within Medicaid, launches new multistate partnership 

A new ADA report demonstrates that collaboration can help increase dentist participation in Medicaid. Read More

Organized Dentistry Coalition backs bill to reauthorize CDC oral health program

The Organized Dentistry Coalition is voicing support for legislation that would reauthorize a key federal oral health program. Read More